Madagascar at £560s-£590s rtn

You know a place is good if it makes Santa forget about Christmas

These are some of the cheapest fares we've ever spotted to the African archipelago. And the thought of being able to hop on a plane in lil' ol' Newcastle and end up in this tropical heaven is kinda wild.

Buuut, before you move-it move-it and book, you should know that these dates do cover the country's monsoon season. So, if you plan on travelling, we'd recommend buying a decent travel insurance.

For the best chance of blue skies, aim for March-April, when the rain starts to ease up. By then, the grassy landscapes have had a good long drink, leaving a vivid green backdrop to your nature pics :-)